Golf Rules Illustrated: 2004 Edition [Paperback]

Hamlyn (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: March 28, 2004 | Series: Golf Rules Illustrated

With everything there is to know about the game, this indispensable guide is like having a golf pro by your side at all times. Where better than an official publication of the United States Golf Association to learn the rules of golf? Only here you will find the updated complete regulations as revised in 2003 and more than 100 illustrations designed to make understanding them even easier. Best of all, there's a particular emphasis on those situations that always seem to cause difficulty for golfers of all skill levels. Obstructions, bunkers, out of bounds, lost balls, unplayable balls, water hazards, loose impediments, casual waters--this is just some of what you'll find. There are also explanations of when and how you can legally improve your lie, winter rules, and much more. Whether you're engaged in stroke play or match play, in a friendly foursome or fighting for your club championship, a knowledge of the rules will increase your enjoyment of the game--and maybe even take a few strokes off your score.

Product Details

• Paperback: 152 pages
• Publisher: Hamlyn; Revised edition (March 28, 2004)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0600608905
• ISBN-13: 978-0600608905
• Product Dimensions: 10.2 x 7.5 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 14.1 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #5,408,570 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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4.0 out of 5 stars This book is NOT by the USGA, it is the "Royal and Ancient", April 3, 2005

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The Editorial Reviews Product Description is wrong for this book. It is described "Where better than an official publication of the United States Golf Association to learn the rules of golf?"

Except that this book is the "Royal and Ancient" rules for golf *outside* North America (note the royal seal on the cover). It is not by the USGA at all and clearly states on the book that it is for European Rules (despite Tiger being on the cover, I don't know what's up with that).

That said, it is a well presented and very good overview of golf rules, many of which I'm sure apply in the US. Just don't assume this is the USGA talking.